2000 Honda NSX vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | X5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |